Explore how trihalomethanes form in drinking water and what that means for your health.
This nonfiction work explains the science behind THMs, the regulatory standards that limit them, and how water systems monitor and manage their levels. It presents a practical view of testing, compliance timelines, and the costs utilities face when changing treatment methods.
- Learn how free chlorine and organic precursors interact to create trihalomethanes.
- See how regulations set maximum levels and scheduling for communities of different sizes.
- Discover common treatment options, from changing chlorination points to adsorption and other methods.
- Understand the balance between public health goals and practical costs for water systems.
Ideal for readers of environmental policy, water quality, and public health topics.